The Journal

Newborn photography has changed quite a bit over the years. Certain colors become popular, editing styles come and go, and there is always a new idea making the rounds on social media. Some of those trends can be beautiful, but when I think about newborn photographs that will still feel just as special years from […]

Phones take some pretty incredible pictures these days. Most of us have thousands of them sitting in our camera rolls right now, documenting everything from birthdays and vacations to sleepy mornings and funny things our kids did. So, it is completely fair to wonder what makes professional family photos look and feel so different. The […]

One of the questions parents ask before family photos is what they should bring with them. Do you need snacks? Toys? A favorite stuffed animal? Props? A backup outfit? It can be tempting to pack half the house, especially when you have little ones, but most families need much less than they think. When you […]

Fall and Christmas sessions are officially coming, and I have some really fun things planned this year! If you have been waiting for a chance to update your family photos, get something special for your Christmas cards, or simply capture the kids during one of my favorite times of year, there are several different mini […]

Worried your toddler won’t sit still for family photos? Learn how to prepare, what to expect, and how to keep the session relaxed and fun.